Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2008 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 123,658 miles on the clock, averaging 4,826 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for SB54 KBP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 123,658 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,435 |
| Average per year | 4,826 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2003–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
1. Injector Seal Failure Causing Diesel Fuel Ingress into Engine Oil
The rubber seal around the fuel injector degrades, allowing diesel fuel to seep past the seal into the engine sump, contaminating the engine oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SB54 KBP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About SB54 KBP
What car is SB54 KBP?
SB54 KBP is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2008.
What is the mileage of SB54 KBP?
The last recorded mileage for SB54 KBP was 123,658 miles, recorded on 4 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB54 KBP passed its MOT?
SB54 KBP has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 4 Feb 2026.
Is SB54 KBP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB54 KBP is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SB54 KBP?
SB54 KBP is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.